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American Government 2e

Critical Thinking Questions

American Government 2eCritical Thinking Questions

28.

What factors determine whether people turn out to vote in U.S. elections?

29.

What can be done to increase voter turnout in the United States?

30.

In what ways do primary elections contribute to the rise of partisanship in U.S. politics?

31.

How does social media affect elections and campaigns? Is this a positive trend? Why or why not?

32.

Should states continue to allow ballot initiatives and other forms of direct democracy? Why or why not?

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